Last Updated on January 7, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Cody Zeller:

Basic Information

  • Full Name: Cody Allen Zeller
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born October 5, 1992
  • Hometown: Washington, Indiana, USA

Physical Attributes

  • Height: 6’11” (211 cm)
  • Weight: 240 lbs (109 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6’10.75″
  • Shoe Size: 16 (US)

Basketball Career

  • Number:
    • #40 (Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Portland Trail Blazers, New Orleans Pelicans)
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School:
    • Washington High School (Washington, Indiana)
    • Highlights:
      • Indiana Mr. Basketball (2011)
      • McDonald’s All-American (2011)
      • Led his high school to multiple state championships
  • College: Indiana University (2011–2013)
    • Highlights:
      • First-Team All-Big Ten (2013)
      • Preseason All-American entering his sophomore year
      • Averaged 16.5 points and 8.1 rebounds during his final season
  • NBA Draft: 2013, 1st Round, 4th Overall Pick by the Charlotte Bobcats
  • Teams Played For:
    • Charlotte Bobcats / Hornets (2013–2021)
    • Portland Trail Blazers (2021–2022)
    • Miami Heat (2023)
    • New Orleans Pelicans (2023–present)
  • Championship Rings: None

Personal Life

  • Kids: None
  • Siblings:
    • Cody is part of a well-known basketball family with two older brothers:
      • Luke Zeller: Played college basketball at Notre Dame and briefly in the NBA.
      • Tyler Zeller: Played college basketball at North Carolina and had a longer NBA career.

Family Background

  • Parents:
    • Father: Steve Zeller
    • Mother: Lorri Zeller

The Zeller family is renowned in basketball circles, with all three brothers excelling in high school and college basketball, and all making it to the NBA.

Fun Facts

  • In 2023, Zeller played a backup role with the Miami Heat during their Finals run and later signed with the New Orleans Pelicans.